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Crohn’s Disease may qualify you for disability benefits

On behalf of Crowe & Shanahan posted in blog on Friday, February 9, 2018.

Digestive disorders are not popular subjects for discussion, but they are sometimes chronic conditions. As such, they may make your life, including your working life, very difficult.

Crohn’s Disease is one of those digestive disorders. If it is severe enough to prevent you from doing your job, you may be eligible for disability benefits from the Social Security Administration.

What the condition involves

Crohn’s Disease often requires long-term management. This digestive disorder is a form of inflammatory bowel disease with symptoms that can include diarrhea, abdominal pain, nausea and appetite loss. Some people have milder symptoms that come and go, but others experience more severe, ongoing symptoms, such as anemia, weight loss, neurological issues and vision problems. Issues like these can make it difficult for you to work, and you may be a good candidate for Social Security Disability Insurance benefits.

Qualifications needed

In order to receive SSDI or SSI benefits, you must not be earning more than $800 per month. Your condition must have been interfering with your work for at least 12 months and you will need to provide the Crohn’s Disease diagnosis from your doctor.

Further proof

You may also have to show proof of the following:

Surgery or hospitalization for intestinal blockage

Anemia

Severe weight loss

Malnutrition

Chronic abdominal pain that requires narcotic drug management

Disability benefits

If you qualify for monetary benefits, the amount will help with the costs of medical treatment and surgeries plus lost wages. The Social Security Administration will monitor your progress. The SSA likes to see patients return to work eventually, but if you are not able to continue working, you might be eligible to receive disability benefits indefinitely.

Seeking help

Applying for disability can be a confusing and complicated process, but you can reach out for support from an attorney who is familiar with helping people with digestive disorders qualify for SSA benefits. You did not expect to suffer from an illness like Crohn’s Disease, but disability benefits will make life with this condition easier to bear.

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